What is 121st arw?

The 121st Air Refueling Wing (121st ARW) is a fully-equipped United States Air Force (USAF) Air National Guard (ANG) unit based at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base, Ohio. It is part of the Ohio Air National Guard and serves as a tactical airlift wing that supports worldwide military missions, both in times of peace and conflict.

The wing operates a fleet of 16 KC-135R Stratotanker aircraft, which are used for providing aerial refueling services to support combat and strategic missions of the USAF and other military branches. The KC-135R can hold up to 200,000 pounds of fuel and provide air refueling services at distances of over 1,500 miles.

The 121st ARW is a highly trained and specialized unit that prides itself on being mission-ready at all times. It plays a critical role in the national security strategy of the United States by providing vital aerial refueling support to fighter, bomber, and reconnaissance aircraft, enabling them to extend their range, enhance mission capabilities and perform longer operations in support of tactical and strategic missions.

The unit has been involved in a number of high-profile missions in support of U.S. military and NATO operations, including Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, and Inherent Resolve. The 121st ARW has also provided humanitarian relief missions, including disaster response efforts across the United States and other parts of the world.